Denver Office of Children's Affairs

Community matters. 💜

Join Stacie Gilmore Councilperson’s Office and the Denver Black Firefighters Alliance this Saturday for a Community Bike Ride bringing neighbors together through connection, movement, and positive community activation.

🚲 Bike, walk, or roll with the community
📍 Parkfield Lake Park Amphitheater
🗓 Saturday, May 30
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Free helmets will be available while supplies last.

💚 Calling all caregivers of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)! 💚

Denver START, a program of Rocky Mountain Human Services, is co-hosting Creativity in Chaos, a caregiving support group designed to create a supportive, low-stress space for caregivers to connect around mental health, caregiving, self-care, and creative expression. 🎨✨

Across four lunchtime sessions throughout 2026, participants will explore ways to support emotional balance through art and creativity.

✔️ Open to all caregivers
✔️ No cost to attend
✔️ Attend one session or all four
✔️ Available regardless of where you live or your child’s age

Registration is required to receive the session link.

👉 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/DenverStartRMHS

💚 Need someone to talk to? Support is just a text away.

Denverites can text DENVER to 741741 to connect with a live Crisis Counselor 24/7 through .

📱 Free, confidential support
🕒 Available day or night
💬 Support available in English & Spanish

No problem is too big or too small. You don’t have to go through it alone.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.crisistextline.org

🌟 Want to make a real impact in Denver? Become a Denver Student Ambassador! 🏛️

The Denver Student Ambassador Program gives high school juniors and seniors the chance to get involved in local government by serving on a Denver Human Rights & Community Partnerships (HRCP) Commission.

As a Student Ambassador, you can:
🗣️ Build leadership & public speaking skills
🏙️ Learn how local government works
✨ Help shape policies that impact Denver communities
📚 Boost your resume, college apps, and career readiness

If you’re passionate about making change and want your voice heard, this opportunity is for you 💯

🌐 Learn more and apply here: www.denvergov.org/studentambassador

🧵☀️ Looking for a creative summer activity for youth? UnfoldDen has you covered!

Unfold Den is offering Summer Sewing Sessions for kids ages 7+ with fun themes that change each week. 🎨✨

Youth can explore hands-on projects like:
🌸 Hammer Flowers & Natural Dyes
🛏️ Blocky Blankets
🧸 Stuffed Animals
✨ Sewing Magic
🏕️ Sew Your Own Fort

Perfect for young creatives who love art, design, and making things with their hands!

Check out the full schedule and learn more here: https://unfoldden.com/pages/kids-calendar

🍋 Got a future entrepreneur at home? Lemonade Day is back! 💼✨

On May 16, youth across the Denver area will open their own lemonade stands as part of Lemonade Day Denver, a hands-on experience that teaches kids how to start and run their own small business.

Participants will learn skills like:
💰 Budgeting
📣 Marketing
🎯 Goal setting
🤝 Customer service
💛 Spending, saving, and sharing

Families can register here: https://local.lemonadeday.org/denver

Once registered, youth can choose to host their stand at home or at one of several “Sweet Spots” across the community, including parks, libraries, and other family-friendly locations.

Support the next generation of young entrepreneurs and let those business skills shine! 🍋🌟

💚 Families, caregivers, and youth are invited to the Mental Health Block Party! 💚

Join the Youth Council on Mental Health (YCMH) on Saturday, May 16 from 11 AM – 3 PM at the Children’s Hospital Aurora Anschutz Campus for a day focused on connection, community, and mental wellness.

This FREE community event will feature:
✨ Interactive workshops on coping skills & stress management
🗣️ Speakers sharing practical mental health strategies
🎨 Activities for youth and caregivers
🍽️ Catered food
🎟️ Raffle opportunities

Mental health matters, and this event is all about making support, resources, and conversations more accessible for families and young people across Colorado.

📍 13123 E 16th Ave, Aurora, CO 80045
🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/yeyh6pnv

💸 ¿Buscas un trabajo de verano Y la oportunidad de ganar $250 extra? 👀

¡La Iniciativa Denver YouthWorks está ayudando a jóvenes de 14 a 21 años a conectarse con trabajos de verano en todo Denver! Obtén experiencia laboral real, fortalece tu currículum, desarrolla habilidades profesionales y gana dinero mientras lo haces 💼🔥

¿Todavía buscando trabajo? Lánzate a una de las últimas ferias de empleo:

🤝 Feria de Empleo Presencial
📍 Green Valley Ranch Recreation Center
📅 Sáb, 16 de mayo
⏰ 11 AM – 1 PM

👨‍💻 Feria de Empleo Virtual
📅 Jue, 28 de mayo
⏰ 3 – 5 PM

¿Necesitas ayuda para encontrar oportunidades? Consulta la Bolsa de Trabajo Juvenil de la Ciudad o comunícate a [email protected] / (720) 337-9675.

💯 Conéctate y asegura tu verano: https://tinyurl.com/DENYouthWorks

💸 Looking for a summer job AND a chance to earn an extra $250? 👀

The Denver YouthWorks Initiative is helping youth ages 14–21 connect to summer jobs across Denver! Gain real work experience, build your resume, level up your professional skills, and get paid while doing it 💼🔥

Still searching for a job? Pull up to one of the last upcoming job fairs:
🤝 In-Person Job Fair
📍 Green Valley Ranch Recreation Center:
📅 Sat, May 16
⏰ 11 AM – 1 PM

👨‍💻 Virtual Job Fair
📅 Thu, May 28
⏰ 3 – 5 PM

Need help finding opportunities? Check out the City’s Youth Job Board or reach out to [email protected] / (720) 337-9675.

Tap in and secure your summer 💯: https://tinyurl.com/DENYouthWorks

Big moves for Denver youth 🚀

Last week’s Summit was all about creating more real opportunities for students like YOU. From internships and college credits to industry certifications, the goal is simple: help you build your future before you even graduate 🎓

When young people have access to opportunities, they don’t just succeed, they shape the future of Denver. 🏔️

💼 Looking for your next step?
Check out the YouthWorks Job Fair on May 16 and explore opportunities to get experience, build skills, and get paid.

🤝 Want to support the next generation? Hire a youth and help open doors for Denver students.

More info: https://tinyurl.com/DENYouthWorks